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New FitBit Style Magic Bands in Development

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Rumor Status

Completed

Specific Details

A new FitBit style Magic Band is currently in development at Disney.

A new FCC listing explains the future evolution of the device. That post can be found here. The listing on the FCC's website is: FCC ID Q3E-MB-R1G2. The new device appears to allow for the RFID components to be interchangeable with different straps, similar to the Apple Watch.

This debuted November 18, 2016.

Rumor Timeline

November 18, 2016: MagicBandCollections.com is reporting that the new Magic Bands will debut today. The first guests to receive the new bands will be the Wilderness Explorer VIP ticket attendees at D23’s Destination D: Amazing Adventures.

The new bands feature a removable centered component that includes the RFID technology. This allows for mismatched colors and different bands. An additional keychain accessory is also expected.

August 15, 2016: MagicBandCollectors.com is reporting that a new FitBit style Magic Band is currently in development at Disney.

The article references a new listing on the FCC's website about the evolution of the device. That post can be found here. The listing on the FCC's website is: FCC ID Q3E-MB-R1G2. The new device appears to allow for the RFID components to be interchangeable with different straps, similar to the Apple Watch.